The Paddy Pimblett next fight news has arrived and the divisive Englishman is set to make his UFC return in April. But who will be facing “The Baddy” at UFC 314?
Who will Paddy Pimblett next fight be against?
At UFC 304 Pimblett extended his UFC win streak to six with an impressive submission on respected Octagon veteran Bobby Green. Following the biggest win of his career, “The Baddy” is ranked in the lightweight division and has serious momentum behind him.
That is why he is getting his biggest test yet in April when he takes on division legend and fan-favorite Michael Chandler.
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How to watch Paddy Pimblett vs. Michael Chandler in April
- Pimblett vs. Chandler will take place on the UFC 314 main card on April 12
- The fight will take place inside the Kaseya Center in Miami, FL
- UFC 314 will air exclusively on ESPN+
Paddy Pimblett vs. Michael Chandler preview
To further build his name, the UFC has placed Pimblett in another matchup with a long-time star whose best days are behind him. However, Chandler still offers big threats on fight night.
Standup threat: Pimblett needs to be very careful when striking with Chandler. The Englishman is known to drop his hands and get a bit reckless. While the American is not as explosive as he once was, he still has more than enough power left to turn Pimblett’s lights out if he makes a mistake.
Ground advantages? Chandler is a gifted wrestler and talented all around grappler. While it won’t be easy, a ground fight is probably Pimblett’s best route to victory. He is not a small lightweight and has very slick submissions. It would not be shocking if he were able to submit the former lightweight title challenger.
The bottom line: This is a huge fight in Paddy Pimblett’s career. Sure, Chandler is past his prime. Nevertheless, a victory would still be a massive name for the Englishman to add to his career resume.
What makes Paddy Pimblett so popular?
A Legitimate Star on the Rise: The hype surrounding Pimblett isn’t smoke and mirrors. And he is among the most popular competitors to ever compete in the UK’s best cage fighting organization, Cage Warriors.
- Paddy Pimblett record: 22-3 (6 knockouts, 9 submissions)
- Paddy Pimblett height: 5-foot-10
- Paddy Pimblett last fight: Submission win over Bobby Green
- Paddy Pimblett weight class: Lightweight
- Has Paddy Pimblett lost a fight? He has lost twice during his time fighting on the English fight circuit. Pimblett suffered a decision loss to Nad Narimani in 2017, then another to Soren Bak the following year.
- Pimblett had a long tenure in Cage Warriors. Competing for the promotion on 14 occasions and earning an 11-3 record.
- He gained a reputation as Cage Warriors’ most marketable star after headlining three events for the promotion.
- Pimblett won CW featherweight title in 2016 and almost became a two-division champion in 2018.
The Baddy Boy: Part of Pimblett’s fanfare is the unabashed confidence he has in himself. It’s a reason why many observers of the sport have compared him to other brash UK MMA greats, and former UFC champions Conor McGregor and Michael Bisping.
- Pimblett is a fascinating talent because his Beatles-style mop-top haircut makes him look like a well-mannered individual. But then he’ll unleash a foul-mouthed torrent of trash talk that appeals to fans of bold combat athletes like Nate Diaz and Jake Paul.
- The money-making potential for “The Baddy” brand is so undeniable that popular sports site Barstool Sports gave him a “seven-figure deal” in 2021 to be a brand ambassador and content creator. An unheard-of feat for a fighter with only one UFC fight under their belt.
- Pimblett’s enemies list extended into the world of professional wrestling when he and AEW World Champion MJF traded barbs and fight threats on Twitter in November.
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Paddy Pimblett’s net worth
The measure of a fighter’s success is in the cash they stack up from a career of professional fisticuffs. Over his short career, Pimblett has amassed an estimated net worth of between $1 and $5 million.
What is Paddy Pimblett UFC rank?
After six straight wins to start his UFC career, Paddy Pimblett has finally earned a spot in the company’s top 15 at lightweight. He is currently ranked at 12.
Has Paddy Pimblett lost?
Yes, Pimblett has lost fights. While he is unbeaten so far in the UFC, his three losses occurred during his tenure with English MMA promotion Cage Warriors.